planting at high density (20
followed by 3 months in stainless steel and 6 months in the bottle
energetic Champagne with fine bubbles
lurks a wildness—perhaps owing to the large percentage of Mourvèdre—that is never tamed
satiny feel over a generous mouthfeel
Peter Lauer Ayler Kupp - Unterstenbersch Fass 12 Riesling, Mosel, Germany 2023 Zinfandel planting at high density (20Peter Lauers Ayler Kupp Unterstenberg Unterstenbersch Fass 12 Riesling comes from a prized, steeply sloped parcel of the Ayler Kupp in the Saar, known for its blue slate soils and cool microclimate. Fermented in traditional old fuder, the wine emphasizes purity and site expression, offering aromas of lime zest, green apple, white peach, and crushed slate. The palate is taut and precise, driven by bright acidity and a finely balanced touch of residual